The best opportunity to see sea birds in Finland!

Eider duck safari to Bengtskär lighthouse

May 2025

Spring in the outer archipelago is a magical time.

The little lighthouse island becomes home for hundreds of nesting eider ducks. The human presence on the island keeps predators aways and makes safe habitate for nesting birds.

In early May, you’ll see vast flocks of migratory birds. The eiders’ mating season is in full swing, with drakes displaying their magnificent plumage. The fastest female eiders are already nesting and incubating their eggs. By the end of May, fluffy chicks have hatched. They spend their days following their mothers, both on land and at sea.

Our trip goes through the Hitis archipelago, along the most sheltered route towards the outer archipelago and Bengtskär lighthouse.

Bengtskär lighthouse is the most impressive sight in the Southwestern archipelago of Finland. Its massive stone walls have witnessed some of the most dramatic events in history of the country. For over a hundred years, the lighthouse has guided thousands of seafarers along safe routes. During this day visit, you will become acquainted with the history of the lighthouse and the nature of the archipelago. On climbing the tower and reaching the top, you’re awarded with a stunning view of the surrounding archipelago and the open sea.

For lunch we serve Bengtskär's own fish soup made from local fish, archipelago rye bread, butter and water. For desert coffee and freshly baked cinnamon bun. Other beverages available from the café.

Schedule

Departure 11 p.m. Kasnäs -> Bengtskär

Departure 3:15 p.m. Bengtskär -> Kasnäs, arriving to Kasnäs approx. 5.00 p.m.

Extra tour Sat 17th May.

Departure 10 a.m. Kasnäs -> Bengtskär

Departure 2:15 p.m. Bengtskär -> Kasnäs, arriving to Kasnäs approx. 4.00 p.m.

Info

• Duration: day trip, approx. 6h
• Tour dates May 2th, 3th, 4th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 25th, 29th, 30th and 31st 2025. 
• Price from 71,00€ /person, children 3-12 yrs 44,00€, children 0-2 yrs 7,00€.
• Included: boat trip from Kasnäs, guiding, entrance fee, lunch, coffee/tea and cinnamon bun.

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Cruise with two destinations!

The Archipelago Sights Route

Daily departures JUN 1st - AUG 31st 2024

In the Rosala Viking Centre you can experience Finland living the end of its Iron Age, the mythical Viking Age. 

Bengtskär is the tallest lighthouse in Scandinavia, and its massive stone walls have witnessed some of the most dramatic events in Finland’s history. On climbing the tower and reaching the top, you’re awarded with a stunning view of the sea.

Daily tours from June 1st to Aug 31st 2024.

Departure from Kasnäs via Rosala every day at 10.30. Duration approximately 6,5-7 hours.

The cruise price is from 74 € / person, half price for children 4-14 years. Price includes boat transport, entrance fees, guiding and lunch (traditional fish soup, archipelago bread and coffee/tea) at the Viking Centre and guiding at Bengtskär.

You can also book the cruise from Rosala island. The price is from 53 € / person including boat transfer from Rosala and guiding at the lighthouse.

Bengtskär harbour live webcam

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Hotel Bengtskär - an unique experience

In the evening the island becomes a quiet oasis. Unwind on the smooth granite cliffs and enjoy the silence. The open sea and nature paints a landscape to remember. The soft steam of the wood-fired sauna embraces you. The bravest will take a dip in the sea.

The highlight of the evening is the dinner around a table of local delicacies. The sea air will lull you to sleep.

All the seven hotel rooms in Bengtskär lighthouse were previously part of the lighthouse keepers’ homes and have spectacular sea view.

Full board

The full board includes a return boat trip with other travelers from Kasnäs, guiding, meals, accommodation in the lighthouse in a private room and evening sauna.